Tad Seestedt started Ransom Wine Co. & Distillery as a labor of love in 1997, initially producing small batches of eau de vie, brandy and grappa. In 2007, he added gin, whiskey and vodka to the Ransom portfolio. While the Willamette Valley is known for its excellent wines, Seestedt is making Oregon a major name in distilled products, including his top-notch gins. If … [Read more...]